Top 10 Beauty Benefits of Tomatoes

6. Lightens Skin Tone

Tomatoes are considered a natural bleaching agent and are very helpful in lightening skin tone.

In addition, their vitamin C content aids collagen production and protects cells from free-radical damage. This is important for glowing and beautiful skin.

1. Prepare a face mask with 3 tablespoons of tomato juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of milk cream. Apply this mask on your face and neck area. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then wash it off with cool water. Use it twice a week.
2. Alternatively, mix together 2 tablespoons of tomato juice and 2 tablespoons of honey. Apply the mixture on your face. Wait 10 minutes, then rinse your face with cool water. Use it daily or every other day.

7. Removes Dead Skin Cells

Dead skin cells that accumulate on the skin’s surface can take away the glow of your skin. Tomatoes can easily slough away dead skin cells, making your skin clear and radiant.

Plus, the nourishing properties of vitamins A, C and K will enhance your skin.

Use either of the following homemade exfoliating scrubs once a week.
 

1. Cut a fresh tomato into 2 pieces. Sprinkle powdered sugar on one of the pieces and rub it on your face using circular motions.
2. Another option is to thoroughly mix 1 tablespoon of tomato juice, 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of bentonite clay or any other clay powder in a bowl. Spread it on your skin using a spatula or a makeup brush. Allow the mask to sit on your skin for 15 to 20 minutes. Then, rub it off with wet fingers.

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